Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Alma Chapter 30



Weekly Study Questions

What does this chapter teach me about God's relationship with His children?
What does this chapter teach me about my Savior?
How can I use the principles and examples from this chapter to improve my own relationship with the Savior and my Heavenly Father?




ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS TO PONDER

In verses 13 - 17, Korihor lists various criticisms against Christian faith. How do we see these arguments manifested in society today? What is your personal response to these arguments or do you feel somewhat removed from the discussion? 


In verse 18, it explains that Korihor's anti-Christ doctrines led people to commit whoredoms. What is the connection between such behavior and a lack of faith in God and Jesus Christ? Could it be said that most negative or unhealthy behaviors could ultimately be led back to similar anti-Christ doctrines or not necessarily? 


In verses 40 - 41, Alma asked Korihor if he had evidence that there is no God. In our culture today, it is common to require evidence before accepting something as truth, rather than requiring evidence to prove the lack of something's or someone's existence. Why do you think God asks us to act in faith before receiving hard evidence regarding His existence? Or do we have hard evidence, but just need the eyes to see it? What purpose might faith serve in God's plan? List in your study journal the evidences you see around you or have experienced as a testimony that God exists and that Christ really carried out the Atonement. 

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Alma Chapter 29



Weekly Study Questions

What does this chapter teach me about God's relationship with His children?
What does this chapter teach me about my Savior?
How can I use the principles and examples from this chapter to improve my own relationship with the Savior and my Heavenly Father?

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS TO PONDER

In verse three, Alma says he "ought to be content with the things which the Lord hath allotted unto me." Do you ever struggle to be content with what the Lord has allotted unto you? What kind of contentment is Alma talking about here? What benefit is there to be had in finding contentment and even profound gratitude for the  allotment we've been given by God? 

Reread verses 4-5. What do we learn about God's dealings with mankind from these verses? What do we learn about the relationship between knowledge and agency?


Monday, June 11, 2012

Alma Chapter 13



WEEKLY STUDY QUESTIONS

What does this chapter teach me about God's relationship with His children?
What does this chapter teach me about my Savior?
How can I use the principles and examples from this chapter to improve my own relationship with the Savior and my Heavenly Father?

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS TO PONDER

In the first half of this chapter, Alma talks about the Melchizedek priesthood, as well as the prerequisites necessary to hold it. Regardless of how strong your testimony of the priesthood may or may not be, what are ways we, as women, can strengthen our testimonies of this great and essential power he uses to bless us? 

Reread verses 28 and 29. Have you had any personal experiences with your own efforts to develop the qualities listed in these verses? Are there any qualities listed here that you might benefit from improving in your own life? 

Why are we encouraged to "hope that ye shall receive eternal life"? (Vs. 29). Why do you think the Lord doesn't consider it prideful to hold such a lofty goal? Is it ok to expect such a blessing? 

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Alma Chapter 12



WEEKLY STUDY QUESTIONS

What does this chapter teach me about God's relationship with His children?
What does this chapter teach me about my Savior?
How can I use the principles and examples from this chapter to improve my own relationship with the Savior and my Heavenly Father?




ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS TO PONDER

This chapter includes a great explanation of the plan of salvation. What parts of the plan, as described by Alma, stick out to you as particularly significant? 

Are there any elements of the plan for which you are particularly grateful? Any that you find particularly difficult? 

In verse 32, Alma explains that God first revealed the plan of salvation to Adam and Eve, and then gave them commandments. The missionary lessons in Preach My Gospel teach the gospel in the same order. Why do you think it would be important to teach one before the other?